May Lindstrom Skin
Sensorial Rituals
Skincare is a bit of an obsession of mine and I devote a lot of time and energy to seeking out the best professional products available. I’m also highly intentional about the products that I use in my rituals and they always have to meet the following criteria:
They have to be 100% natural and nutrient-dense.
They have to be high performance and effective in treating a range of skin concerns.
They have to be sensorial in order to work holistically and nourish the skin, mind and senses.
This last point is not only important to me in the treatment room where I seek to create immersive experiences, but for me - sensorial skincare is the difference between me quickly washing my face at night and actually spending time massaging my skin, nurturing my wellbeing with aromatherapy, and truly taking a moment to unwind and connect back to myself.
I’m therefore delighted to bring May Lindstrom products into the treatment room at Soma Rituals. These remarkable, luxurious formulations make skincare not only results-oriented, but also truly pleasurable.
May Lindstrom Skin is the ultimate small batch luxury skincare range. Based in California, May started formulating her products many years ago to treat her own highly reactive and sensitive skin (dealing with eczema, dermatitis and blistering rashes). She also wanted to create blissful bookends to her day as a busy mother and business woman, through indulgent rituals that create a time-out morning and night.
Not only are her formulas exceptional, organic, sustainable and results-oriented - but May’s personal hands-on approach deeply resonates with my own philosophy and approach. I have a lot of respect for the integrity, transparency and passion of this brand. This is a great article if you want to read more: Read the Article.
May takes obsessive care in sourcing the most prestigious organic, biodynamic ingredients and you can smell the freshness of each product in a way that is quite distinct from other brands. It has become rare to find an entirely artisanal line like this, created with care by a founder who puts her whole heart into her products - which are hand crafted in micro-batches to guarantee freshness and effectiveness.
May Lindstrom products are designed as a complete sensory experience and the intoxicating scents are a real invitation for self care and relaxation. The minimal collection is suitable for all skin types and is especially beneficial for treating acne, rosacea, psoriasis, dryness and dehydration. The products are nutrient-dense with no filler ingredients, making the formulas potent and deeply nourishing.
My Favourites
My personal favourite is the Honey Mud, a unique blend of honey, clays, botanical oils and salicylic acid. It has a rich dreamy scent and luscious pudding texture. I love using it as a mask on myself and clients - it’s gentle enough for the most sensitive skin and will leave your skin refined, bright and soft.
The Blue Cocoon is a cult favourite for good reason. This facial balm-to-oil melts into the skin and can soothe rosacea, eczema, acne, and other types of inflammation. I love using it at the end of treatments and always see clients smile as they inhale the calm aroma of blue tansy oil. I also keep this product on my nightstand and like to apply it just before I go to sleep for added nourishment and to calm my senses.
I also love the grounding scent of the Pendulum Potion, this cleansing oil leaves your skin smooth and supple and has a hypnotic aromatherapy I find myself craving. The Youth Dew is also one of the best facial oil serums I have used and the Jasmine Garden is also an incredibly beautiful facial mist that I love using in the treatment room. The whole collection is gorgeous and I look forward to sharing it with you :)